Phonics and Reading
At Redlands we teach systematic synthetic phonics using Read Write Inc. Phonics.
We strongly believe that reading is one of the most important skills that children can master at primary school. We want our children to read early and quickly so that they can not only enjoy reading, but use reading to learn.
Using RWI, the children learn to read effortlessly so that they can put all their energy into comprehending what they read. It also allows them to spell effortlessly so that they can put all their energy into composing what they write.
When using RWI to read the children will:
- learn 44 sounds and the corresponding letter/letter groups using simple picture prompts
- learn to read words using Fred Talk (blending sounds together)
- read stories competently featuring words they have learned to sound out
- show that they comprehend the stories by answering questions.
When using RWI to write the children will:
- learn to write the letters/letter groups which represent 44 sounds, using a helpful handwriting phrase.
- learn to write words by saying the sounds using 'Fred Fingers'
You can read our Phonics Policy by clicking here.
Support at home
Click on the links below to find videos you can watch at home to help your child learn their Speed Sounds.
- Fred Talk games with Ellie and Fred
- Set 1 Sounds with Ellie and Fred
- Set 1 Word Time Fun with friends
- Set 2 Sounds with Matthew and friends
- Set 3 Sounds with Matthew and friends
Additional resources:
Please find below a number of resources to help you get to know the Read Write Inc. programme and how you can support your child's phonics and reading development.
Ruth Miskin Training have created a collection of videos avaiable on YouTube that will show you more information about reading and Read Write Inc.
Reading at home booklets that will get you started with supporting learning to read, using Read Write Inc. Phonics
Curriculum matching grids for Phonics development from Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) through to Year 2